A proposal for a new and improved points system

The new points system is quite good, but here's an idea for how to make it even better.

Problems solved:

1. Not enough incentive/reward for winning
2. Qualifying is meaningless
3. Why reward a driver for staying out to lead a lap under caution?

There are other benefits to my proposed system as well...click the link to check them out!

First testing of 2012 shows NASCAR still working on rules for Daytona 500

NASCAR drivers finally hit the track in preparation for the 2012 season during a three-day test session at Daytona International Speedway last week.

“We’ve had a good test and gained a lot of information,” said Vice President of Competition Robin Pemberton. “We know that when we come out of here, there will be some loose ends we have to tie up as we get all of our information together and come up with our final plans for Speedweeks. I can say that all in all everything is going according to plan.”

The new rules include a smaller radiator, a smaller spoiler, and larger restrictor plate openings. Drivers acknowledged that the changes made it more difficult to hook up in two-car drafts, and did quite a bit of old-fashioned pack racing at NASCAR's request.

“We did some drafting, which is very interesting,” said four-time NASCAR series champion Jeff Gordon. “With the smaller spoiler and restrictor plate, cars have a lot of power, a lot of speed and that has changed things a bit.”